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Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 372
Bill 118 s 372, also known as the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to make amendments to the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative, which was originally established to address issues related to the health and sustainability of macadamia trees in the United States.
The main provisions of the bill include increasing funding for research and development related to macadamia tree health, as well as providing grants to farmers and researchers working on macadamia tree conservation efforts. Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between federal agencies, state governments, and private organizations involved in macadamia tree health initiatives.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national database to track the health and genetic diversity of macadamia trees across the country. This database will help researchers and policymakers better understand the challenges facing macadamia trees and develop more effective strategies for their conservation. Overall, the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act seeks to strengthen efforts to protect and preserve macadamia trees in the United States. By increasing funding, improving coordination, and establishing a national database, this bill aims to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of this important crop.
The main provisions of the bill include increasing funding for research and development related to macadamia tree health, as well as providing grants to farmers and researchers working on macadamia tree conservation efforts. Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between federal agencies, state governments, and private organizations involved in macadamia tree health initiatives.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national database to track the health and genetic diversity of macadamia trees across the country. This database will help researchers and policymakers better understand the challenges facing macadamia trees and develop more effective strategies for their conservation. Overall, the Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act seeks to strengthen efforts to protect and preserve macadamia trees in the United States. By increasing funding, improving coordination, and establishing a national database, this bill aims to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of this important crop.
Congressional Summary of S 372
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
This bill expands the research and extension grant program for the macadamia tree health initiative. Under current law, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) may provide competitive grants under the initiative to support research and extension activities to combat the insect known as the macadamia felted coccid (Eriococcus ironsidei).
Specifically, the bill authorizes USDA to provide competitive grants for
- developing and disseminating science-based tools and treatments to combat plant pests and noxious weeds that impact macadamia trees;
- establishing an area-wide integrated pest management program in areas affected by, or at risk of being affected by, the invasive plant pests or noxious weeds;
- surveying and collecting data on macadamia tree production and health;
- investigating macadamia tree biology, immunology, ecology, genomics, and bioinformatics; and
- conducting research on various factors that may contribute to or be associated with macadamia tree immune systems and other serious threats to macadamia trees.
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Current Status of Bill S 372
Bill S 372 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill S 372 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2023. Bill S 372's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of February 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 372
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 372
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 372
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
Macadamia Tree Health Initiative Amendments Act
A bill to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to modify the macadamia tree health initiative, and for other purposes.
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